Using the pretty new Blender Brushes from Taylored Expressions Noriko created this stunning card. She dry embossed her cardstock with an embossing folder and then used different ink pads and the brushes to ink over top to create a wonderful … Read More...
3 Layouts with Only 1 Sheet of Paper
Natasha used just one sheet of pattern paper along with stickers and embellishments from Altenew to create 3 scrapbook pages. By using 3 sections of the paper, one on each page, she really got her monies worth from just one … Read More...
Fringed Circle Layout
The large circle with fringe on this layout really pulls the eye into the center of the page, focusing on the photos. And adds extra texture as well. It was made by tracing a large round plate onto pattern paper … Read More...
How to Watercolor with Ink Pads
Want the trendy watercolor look but don’t have any watercolors? No problem, use your dye based ink pads instead. I’ll show you how to watercolor with the Stampin’ Up Classic Ink Pads from Stampin Up using the new Free as … Read More...
Layout with Circular Photos
Jennifer Gallacher created this fun summer swim layout using circular photos. I love how the circles remind me of bubbles, perfect for a water themed page. And they add such interest and a different look to a layout and can … Read More...
12+ Scrapbooking Ideas and Hacks
Cristi has gathered together some of her favorite scrapbooking tips and hacks. From making pockets for memorabilia, to hiding your journaling, to adding texture and sparkle and focusing on one photo these are ideas you can’t live without.
Comparing Blending Applicators
Ink blending is still one of the most popular techniques in stamping and card making right now. More companies are coming out with blendable inks and new tools to get that perfectly blended look. Lindsay (aka The Frugal Crafter) takes … Read More...
Choosing Color Schemes for Scrapbooking
Do you have trouble picking out color schemes for your scrapbook pages? Do you need help bringing balance or focus to a layout? Choosing the best colors can help convey your emotions and help harmonize the page. The Digital Press … Read More...
Stencils and Watercolor
Lisa combines two popular card techniques, stencilling and watercolor to make these lovely card backgrounds. She’s got several different ways to get the look using ink pads or tube watercolors and all have really pretty results.
10 Ways to Use Stickles and Nuvo Drops
Stickles Glitter Glue and Nuvo Drops are fun products to add dimension, shimmer, shine and texture to you cards. In addition to simple accents you can use them with embossing folders, create backgrounds, use them with die cuts and lots … Read More...
Lovely Page with Layered Glossy Title
I love the monochromatic purples mixed with the wood grain texture for a nice rustic twist on this pretty scrapbook layout from Natalie. She got lots of dimension and shine on her title by die cutting it out 4 times … Read More...
12 Great Craft Room Storage Ideas
HGTV has complied 12 different way to store and organize the items in your Craft Room. From ideas to storing ribbon, tape, paper and more, in drawers, shelves and racks, to gift wrapping and sewing stations, there’s lots of helpful … Read More...
Foiling and Watercolor Card
Yana combined two popular techniques, foiling and watercolor into one gorgeous card! Did you know foiling works as a resist (yeah, I didn’t either :)) but it does so just like with heat embossing it will repel water based products, … Read More...
Interactive Booklet Layout
Lindsay created a fun way to add more photos to her scrapbook page by creating a fun little interactive booklet to adhere to the layout. She’ll show you how she put it together over on the Heidi Swapp blog.
Fussy Cut Floral Wreath Layout
This wreath layout is made from flowers that have all been fussy cut from pattern paper, wow! Zelda cut each one out by hand and arranged them into a beautiful wreath to frame her sweet photo. All that cutting might … Read More...
Setting up a 3 Ring Planner
Are you someone who has been interested in getting into the planner craze but not really sure how to get started? The Carpe Diem blog has loads of helpful tips and tricks to help you get started with a 3 … Read More...
Day of the Week Scrapbook Page
This day of the week page from Rachel is a great way to document all the day to day things we do that make up our everyday lives. It’s fun to not only scrap the big important events and days … Read More...
5 Ways to Use Clear Embossing Powder
Clear embossing powder is something every stamper should have in their stash. It super versatile and can be used with so many different stamping techniques. Jenny shares 5 different way to use clear embossing powder, to create subtle backgrounds, add … Read More...
Rainbow Pandas Card
Sandy Allnock is always so clever in her coloring, instead of the traditional black and white she used a beautiful rainbow of colors for these fun pandas! Using Copic markers she’ll show you how she created this colorful birthday card.… Read More...
Draw Your Own Wood Grain
Rustic wood grain and wood texture are super trendy looks and there are stamps, papers and embossing folders to help you get that look. But Amador had a great idea to use her Copic markers to draw out her own … Read More...